German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Germany will not recognize an independent Palestinian state “in the foreseeable future,” despite increasing calls for a policy shift amid Israel’s actions in Gaza. He emphasized that recognition should come only after peace negotiations, asserting that a two-state solution can be achieved through dialogue. Merz’s comments followed mounting public criticism of Germany’s unwavering support for Israel, with nearly 200 intellectuals urging a reevaluation of this stance.
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